Obituaries

Patricia Anderson

Patricia Anderson

Jul 20, 2024

Patricia Anderson, 75, resident of Columbia, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at her residence. 

A graveside service will be conducted Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Woodlawn Memorial Park, family and friends are welcome. Condolences may be extended online at www.oakesandnichols.com. 

Pat, as her friends knew her, was born on August 6, 1948 in...

Elaina Jamison McMinnis

Elaina Jamison McMinnis

Jul 19, 2024

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Elaina Jamison McMinnis, 34, Probation/Parole Officer 3 with the State of Tennessee Department of Correction, died Friday, July 19, 2024 at Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems in Lawrenceburg from the results of an automobile accident. 

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM at West 7th Street Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Polk...

Matthew Jewel Harrington

Matthew Jewel Harrington

Jul 18, 2024

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Matthew Jewel Harrington, 34, resident of Lynnville, died unexpectedly Thursday, July 18, 2024 two days short of his 35th birthday. 

A Celebration of Life will be conducted Monday, July 22, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Brother Darren Dugger, from the Tree of Life Church, officiating. The family will visit with friends Monday from...

James Butler “J.B.” Long

James Butler “J.B.” Long

Jul 15, 2024

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James Butler “J.B.” Long, 98, long time resident of Columbia, died Monday, July 15, 2024, at The Bridge of Columbia Assisted Living.

Funeral services will be conducted Friday, July 19, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with Andrew Phillips and Mike Kesler officiating. Burial will follow in Polk Memorial Gardens with military honors provided by...

Shirley Jean Bunting

Shirley Jean Bunting

Jul 13, 2024

Shirley Jean Spires Bunting, 71, long-long resident of Columbia, and retired store manager for McDonalds, died Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Maury Regional Medical Center. 

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. till 1:00 p.m. at Loyal Chapel Free Will Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Swango officiating. 

The family suggests memorials may be made...

Patty Outlaw

Patty Outlaw

Jul 10, 2024

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Patricia Lou Outlaw, 79, resident of Nashville, died Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at NHC Cool Springs following a brief illness.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 2:00 PM at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Columbia, TN with The Reverend Chad Jones, The Reverend Chris Bowhay and Dr. Robert Abstein officiating. Burial will follow at St....

Danny "Dunk" Duncan

Danny "Dunk" Duncan

Jul 7, 2024

William Daniel “Danny” or “Dunk” Duncan, 70, retired truck driver for Martin Transportation Systems, and resident of Columbia, died Sunday, July 7, 2024 at Life Care Center of Columbia. 

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, Oakes & Nichols Funeral Directors are assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be extended online at www.oakesandnichols.com. 

Born November 30, 1953...

Jean Rodgers Smith

Jean Rodgers Smith

Jul 4, 2024

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rebecca Jean Rodgers Smith, 89, who departed this life on Thursday, July 4, 2024, peacefully at her home in Lebanon, TN surrounded by her family.

Jean was born on March 3, 1935 in Columbia, TN to the late Roscoe Rodgers, and the late Mary Jewell Rodgers. She attended...

Patricia Ann Wright

Patricia Ann Wright

Jul 1, 2024

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Patricia Ann Hopson Wright, 83, died Monday, July 1, 2024, in her home in Columbia, Tennessee. She will forever be known and loved for her loyal love, her selfless service, her truth telling, and her faithfulness to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Patricia was born on September 12, 1940, in Andalusia, Alabama to the late A. Lucille Golden...

Betty Sanders Haynes

Betty Sanders Haynes

Jun 28, 2024

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Betty Haynes, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away peacefully on Friday June 28, 2024. Born on September 20, 1940 to James and Clara Sanders she was the eldest of four children. She was a natural born leader and practiced her skills on her siblings at an early age. Betty was born and raised in Columbia....

Cathy Sellers Cullum

Cathy Sellers Cullum

Jun 24, 2024

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Cathy Lee Sellers Cullum, 66, retired elementary school teacher for Columbia Academy, and resident of Columbia, died Monday, June 24, 2024 at Maury Regional Medical Center. 

Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, June 30, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at West Seventh Street Church of Christ. Burial will follow in Lasting Hope Cemetery. The family will visit with friends Saturday...

Gary Lee Oliver

Gary Lee Oliver

Jun 23, 2024

Gary Oliver of Columbia, Tennessee, and a native of West Virginia, passed away at the age of 80. He is survived by his wife Kay; children Christopher Oliver (Jennifer), Richie Simmons (Leslie), Gretta DeSantis, and Jenny Simmons; He also is survived with many beloved grandchildren.

A National Guard veteran and a graduate in Accounting from Lipscomb University, Gary’s career spanned accounting...

Arnold Fox

Arnold Fox

Jun 23, 2024

Theo Arnold Fox, 80, retired welder, and resident of Columbia, died Sunday, June 23, 2024 at his residence. 

A celebration of life service will be held Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 5:00 P.M. at Gibsonville Cemetery with military honors provided by Herbert Griffin American Legion Post 19. Condolences may be extended online at www.oakesandnichols.com. 

Born November 25, 1943 in Santa Fe, Tennessee,...

Barbara Ann Duvall

Barbara Ann Duvall

Jun 20, 2024

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Barbara Ann Head Duvall, 76, retired educator for Maury County Schools, and resident of Columbia, died Thursday, June 20, 2024 at her residence. 

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home with James Anderson and her son, Jason Duvall officiating. Burial will follow in Hardison Cemetery on Joe Brown...

Gayle Derryberry Garrison

Gayle Derryberry Garrison

Jun 16, 2024

Eleanor Gayle Derryberry Garrison was born in Old Hickory, TN on March 28, 1940 and died peacefully at Hendersonville Hospital on June 16, 2024 with her four children and her sweet baby brother by her side.

Gayle is preceded in death by her father, Newton Derryberry and mother, Ruby Carpenter Derryberry, husband, Joe Millard Garrison, sisters Lyndal Burch and Pearl Smith.

Gayle...

Linda Roberts Harris

Linda Roberts Harris

Jun 16, 2024

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Linda Roberts Harris, 83, died Sunday, June 16, 2024 at Vitality Living in Franklin.

Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 11:00 AM at West Seventh Street Church of Christ with Rubel Shelly officiating. Burial will follow at Polk Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at the...

Su Cha Stephens

Su Cha Stephens

Jun 16, 2024

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Su Cha Stephens, 82, of Culleoka passed away Sunday June 16, with the Compassus Hospice Care. 

Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday June 19th at 10:00 am with Brother Mylan Coble officiating, burial will follow at Polk Memorial Gardens. The family will visit with friends Tuesday from 4-8 pm at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home. Condolences may be extended...

Leah Cotton Abernathy

Leah Cotton Abernathy

Jun 14, 2024

Leah Cotton Abernathy was born February 19, 1939 in Columbia Tennessee to the late Thomas Haynes Cotton and Gladys Fay Spinks Cotton. She passed away June 14, 2024 at Maury Regional hospital. 

Leah graduated from Columbia Central High School and attended Bowling Green Business College and Martin Methodist College. Soon after returning to Columbia from school, she met the love of...

Shelly Clark Stuart

Shelly Clark Stuart

Jun 14, 2024

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Shelly Clark Stuart, 69, of Columbia, TN passed peacefully from her earthly home to dwell in the house of the Lord forever on June 14, 2024. She was predeceased by her loving parents Dr. Roger Graham Stuart, Sr. and Margaret Clark Stuart, and brother John Wesley Stuart. She is survived by brothers Dr. Roger Graham Stuart, Jr.(Celeste), Steven...

James Harold Parrish

James Harold Parrish

Jun 13, 2024

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James Harold Parrish, 93, died June 13, 2024 at Maury Regional Medical Center. He will be remembered as a wonderful father, grandfather, great-grandfather, family member, and friend.

He was born in Columbia, TN on April 6, 1931 to the late Walter Freeland Parrish and the late Annie Mai Hamlin Parrish of Rock Springs Rd. He grew up in Columbia...

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